By Chisomo Phiri
Minister of Energy Ibrahim Matola says the fuel scarcity in the country is expected to ease soon, thanks to a vessel carrying 51 million liters of petroleum products from Tanga, Tanzania.
Matola made the announcement on Friday after inspecting the vessel, stating that the shipment will significantly alleviate the fuel crisis.
The minister commended President Dr.Lazarus Chakwera’s decision to adopt a government-to-government procurement arrangement, which facilitated the purchase of the 51 million liters of fuel.
According to Matola, all necessary processes have been finalized, and the transfer of the products will commence on Saturday, with the fuel expected to arrive in Malawi by Thursday.
On his part, Deputy CEO of the National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA), Meklas Reuben,assured that his organization will ensure smooth operations as the appointed agent for managing the government-to-government arrangement.
In Malawi,the fuel crisis has led to long queues in cities and the emergence of black markets, where fuel is sold at inflated prices.
